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Exotic Musk by Louis Cardin — notes, seasons & similar scents | Fragr

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Exotic Musk by Louis Cardin

Exotic Musk

Typically ~$30

Mostly bergamot and lemon, warmed by ambergris. Suits daily wear in spring.

CitrusWoodyFloralPowderySweet

Scent profile

Top notes

Bergamot Lemon Mandarin Orange Grapefruit

Heart notes

Jasmine Rose Lily-of-the-Valley Ylang-Ylang

Same DNA, per our similarity engine

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